Kerrence Ingrid Edwards
Spring Lake
Summary
Dedicated, hardworking individual with intrinsic motivation, known for efficiency and attention to detail. Utilizes initiative to foster collaboration and mentorship in the workplace. Demonstrates alacrity and precision in completing teaching duties while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proven team player willing to undergo relevant training to enhance theoretical and practical skill sets. Over 21 years of teaching experience focused on academic and social student wellbeing, actively participating in organizing extracurricular activities and maintaining strong teacher-student relationships built on mutual respect. Skilled in teaching students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and catering to various learning styles. Prepared for any position within my expertise or related fields within your institution.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of 8th Grade Science
Dunn Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Responsibilities:
- Teacher of 8th Grade Science
- In charge of vertical alignment for science for the school
- Chairman and Coach for Science Olympiad
- Assistant Chairman for Science Fair
- Committee member for the writing of the 8th grade pacing guide for the district.
- Hall Lead for the 8th Grade
Teacher of Science and Agriculture
Oberlin High School
09.2003 - 08.2022
- Responsibilities:
- Head of the Agriculture Science Department
- Assistant Head of the Science Department
- Teacher of Biology
- Teacher of Integrated Science
- Teacher of Human and Social Biology
- Teacher of Human and Social Biology and Integrated Science (Oberlin Evening Institute)
- Teacher of Agriculture Science
- Leader for 4H club
- Faculty Advisor for Key Club
- Member of the Events Planning Committee
- Member of the fundraising committee
- Assistant Examiner for CSEC Human and Social Biology Examination.
- Achievements:
- Students consistently maintained an overall average over 60% in their End of Grade Science examination
- Third place placement for the science fair at the county level
Education
Master of Education - Science Education
University of the West Indies Mona
05.2019
B.Ed. Secondary Education - Education and Biology
University of the West Indies Mona
07.2010
Associate Degree in Agriculture Education - undefined
College of Agriculture, Science and Education
05.2003
Diploma in Secondary Education - undefined
College of Agriculture, Science and Education
05.2003
CSEC, GCE and SSC Qualifications - undefined
06.1999
Skills
- Collaborative communication with parents
- Facilitation of critical thinking skills
- Holistic educational approaches
- Cross-cultural communication
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of six (6) staff members.
- Achieved excellent End of Grade results by completing the organization, planning and execution of the pacing guide with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of four (4) in the development of Harnett County 8th Grace Science Pacing Guide.
Hobbies and Interests
I have been an active member of the Lawrence Tavern community where I help to organise awards ceremonies for outstanding members of the Lawrence Tavern Community. I have received a certificate of award in recognition for service to the Lawrence tavern community as well as the Oberlin High School Parent Teachers Association.
Awards
Over 7 awards for several science olympiad competition at the middle school level for the county., My students have maintained at least an 80% average in their CSEC examinations in all the subject areas taught., Most outstanding teacher in the Agriculture Department for the period 2016-2017, Award for contribution to School Development for the school year 2017-2018, Recipient of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Industry( MOEYI) Math, Science and TVET scholarship 2017-2019., Award for contribution to graduation committee for the school year 2018 -2019, Award for contribution to track team for the school year 2018 -2019, Award for contribution to community Development for the year 2019
Training
- 2003- Present Caribbean Secondary Examination Certificate
- Syllabus revision workshop
- 2003 – Present Oberlin High School
- Professional Development Workshops.
Affiliations
- Dunn Police Athletic and Activities League INC.
Certification
- Licensed Science 6-9, Science 9-12 Agricultural Education (6-12) and Biology 9-12 for North Carolina and Georgia
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Volunteering
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Reading
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
Timeline
Teacher of 8th Grade Science
Dunn Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher of Science and Agriculture
Oberlin High School
09.2003 - 08.2022
B.Ed. Secondary Education - Education and Biology
University of the West Indies Mona
Associate Degree in Agriculture Education - undefined
College of Agriculture, Science and Education
Diploma in Secondary Education - undefined
College of Agriculture, Science and Education
CSEC, GCE and SSC Qualifications - undefined
Master of Education - Science Education
University of the West Indies Mona
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